What Exactly is Malware?

Short for malicious software, malware is a term popularly used to describe any type of software that can be used to compromise the functions of one's electronics. This could mean compromising a person's social security number, credit card and bank information, as well as passwords to social media accounts. There are a number of subcategories that fall under the overarching term "malware." Let's do a deep dive into these catergories so that when you see this terminology again it will ringa bell and potentially save you from any fraudulent activities.